The average UK household spends over £1,300 on energy each year. Unfortunately, much of the energy used is wasted, pouring out of homes through drafty doors and windows and uninsulated walls, floors, lofts and basements.

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8-12% p.a. R.O.I. on solar PVTax-free, index- linked paymentsIncreased property values and rent levels.Reduced energy bills.Installers you can trust. Impartial adviceFree solar feasibility report Peace of mindAfter care serviceReduced CO2 emissionsHelp protect the environment. 
Research by Energy Savings Trust, reveals 54% of buyers would be willing to pay more for an energy efficient home.

50% of sellers believe homes with ‘greener’ features will be easier to sell.

78% of those surveyed, believe having a ‘poor ‘ energy rating could lead to buyers haggling down the price.

54% believe a 'green' home will be more important than a fashionable home, in the future.

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In March 2011, the UK Government announced the details of their Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).

According to Energy Savings Trust, RHI is designed to provide financial support that encourages individuals, communities and businesses to switch from using fossil fuel for heating, to renewables such as wood fuel.

There will be two phases for domestic customers:

Phase 1 (available from July 2011) - “RHI Premium Payment”
This is called the “RHI Premium Payment” and will be worth around £15m and available to 25,000 householders in Great Britain who install from July 2011.

The exact amounts available to consumers have yet to be confirmed. However the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) have announced that the following amounts may be available:

Solar Thermal - £300/unit
Air Source Heat Pumps - £850/unit
Biomass boilers - £950/unit
Ground Source Heat Pumps - £1,250/unit.

These are one off payments; so not annual. DECC plan to publish details of the “RHI Premium Payment” and how this will apply in May this year though recipients of this payment will need to ensure that:

They have a well-insulated home based on its energy performance certificate; they agree to give feedback on how the equipment performs. Further guidance, including how to apply will appear in May.

Phase 2 (available from October 2012) – RHI tariffs
People in receipt of the Renewable Heat Premium Payments will be able to receive long term RHI tariff support once these tariffs are introduced, as will anybody who has installed an eligible technology since 15th July 2009.

These tariff payments will start alongside the Green Deal from October 2012 to allow a more whole-house approach to heat production and energy saving.

Full details are available on DECC’s web site.
 
Is my house suitable for solar thermal?
If your home has a south, south east or south west facing, tiled roof with ideally a pitch of 30 - 45 degrees and no shading, then it may be suitable. If you wish to install solar panels on land or on a roof, planning permission will be required. Other considerations include:

• whether scaffolding can be easily erected.
• if the roof is in poor condition.
• If your property is listed or in a conservation area, planning permission will be required.
• If your property is tenanted and / or in a block of flats, landlord permission will be required to install solar panels.

If your home is not suitable for solar electricity, we will tell you.

Could installing solar heating improve the value of my property?
A survey by the Energy Saving Trust suggests that buyers are prepared to pay up to £10,000 more for an environmentally friendly house and that 70% of all buyers consider energy efficiency to be of high importance when buying a home.

When will I have to pay?
Most installers require a deposit upon signing of the contract. The balance is due upon completion of the installation.

Could I get a loan to cover the installation cost?
Yes, but if you have enough equity, you may be better to increase your current mortgage. Interest rates are low at the moment and a mortgage will always be cheaper than an unsecured loan.

Do I Need Planning Permission?
In England you will not need planning permission unless your property is in a conservation area. or it is listed.

Do we have enough sun in the UK for solar?
Yes. It works in low light conditions, even in UK wintertime, but the amount of power produced will vary with the amount of daylight.

The brighter the sunlight, the more energy solar panels will produce, and they won’t produce energy at night but they will still produce a useful amount of electricity on a cloudy day. For example a sunny (but cold) day in January can produce the same amount of electricity per sunlight hour as in July.

How long does the installation take?
The roof work takes one to two days, depending on how many panels you have. The internal electrical work takes about a day. Installation is within two to four weeks of you agreeing to install.

Will scaffolding be required?
For most installations scaffolding will be required. This is to protect workmen whilst working on the roof and to comply with health and safety legislation.